No, the accuser does not have to show up at calendar call. The only time the accuser will show up is when they are called to testify at trial....

Will 2 prior misdemeanors (unrelated to theft) impact possibility of PTI for recent theft by shoplifting ($30) charge?

You have a lawyer - ask him or her your questions. That's why you hired him or her.

How do I handle my shoplifting charges?

Don't do anything else without a lawyer. At your court date, request a court appointed lawyer since it sounds like you cannot afford one. A lawyer...

How long does it take to get a court date?

Your boyfriend needs to request a court appointed lawyer immediately. The lawyer can either get him a recognizance bond or resolve his case swiftly.

What do I do if my court date is changed?

Probably the second date, but have your attorney double check.

I was charged with a crime at age 16, the case never went to trial, I am now 24. Can the Da still take the case to trial?

If that occurred today, it would be charged as a misdemeanor. Were you ever indicted? It doesn't sound like it. Assuming not, the statute of...

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Yes, it is. Hopefully your husband has an experienced criminal defense lawyer already. If not, hire him one immediately. Just because that is...

It's a panel of private lawyers that get appointed cases. No, you can't request a specific lawyer to be appointed to you. You're entitled to a...

Can a register sex offender live with kids.

Yes. But if he is done with parole/probation he may also be eligible to petition for release from the registry so that he would not have to...